Conductor

About the position

The Conductor position at Florida East Coast Railway involves supervising train crews on freight trains, coordinating switch engine crews, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational protocols. The role requires effective communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work in various weather conditions and on-call schedules. Paid training will be provided, and the position offers opportunities for advancement to an engineer role based on seniority.

Responsibilities

• Supervise train crews on a freight train and coordinate switch engine crews.
• Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with locomotive engineer and train crew.
• Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures.
• Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone.
• Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists.
• Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars.
• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety.
• Operate locomotive equipment through the use of remote-control devices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Valid driver's license.
• 2 years verifiable work experience and/or college education.
• No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 3 years.

Nice-to-haves

• Outside work experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Experience working on an on-call basis.
• Experience working varying shift schedules.
• Heavy equipment experience.

Benefits

• On-the-job training
• Paid training